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Thanks very much for your replies. Sounds like bungee cord is a good idea - I'll experiment different lengths and loops in different places with paracord to see which gives a taught enough tarp but still has give in it for when wind blows. Good point on having it low to the ground - I didn't...

Has anyone has any experience with using DD brand tarps in high wind and how well the tarp stood up against the wind? I've recently ordered a 4x4 multicam DD tarp and was wondering whether anyone had any tips / mods to make it last longer and be stronger against wind? I've read that using...

I'd recommend a Gerber Moment fixed blade drop point knife. I bought it for about £25 of Amazon. It has a full tang which was an important factor for me for added strength. I use is for basic carving such as de-barking and shaping. It is really sharp and quite thick.

What experiences have you had outdoors which spark a feeling of heightened satisfaction or a sense of awe? For me I love the sound of the patter of rain when I'm underneath shelter or inside something. I recently found a giant redwood (sequoiadendron giganteum) in my local park which is a...

Hi everyone, I've just joined as a member. I've never joined a forum before but have used them and use them regulary to help me decide what gear to buy and what not to buy amongst learning things. I hope that I can share my experience and knowledge as well as gain some in the process.